EHS Program Specialist

LayerZero Power Systems, Inc.; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to advance a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.

You will support Service and Engineering teams, implement and improve OSHA, EPA, NFPA compliant programs, and help integrate safety across distributed sites. The role requires field work, strong technical writing, incident investigations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of safety management experience in electrical or industrial settings.
• Proficiency with OSHA, EPA and NFPA standards; ASP preferred.
• Strong technical writing, audits, training and incident investigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safety compliance across Services and Engineering.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis with corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS documentation, training logs and permits as needed.
• Deliver EHS training programs for new and existing staff.
• Support ISO certification efforts and regulatory program development.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear procedures and guides.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigations

Training delivery

Field audits

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety

ASP credential preferred

Tools

MS Office

EHS software

ISNetWorld / AVETTA

Job description

About Us

LayerZero Power Systems LLC is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist plays a critical role in supporting and promoting a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. This position will support our Service and Engineering teams and is responsible for developing and supporting the implementation, coordination, and continuous improvement of our environmental, health, and safety programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA and other applicable standards. This role ensures documents and procedures are in compliance with OSHA and industry standards, mitigates risk during service activities at the customer site, within our Engineering and R&D Teams, and promotes a culture of safety across geographically distributed teams. The ideal candidate combines strong technical writing skills with working knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices, particularly in the field, but also industrial, and manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safety compliance across the Services and Engineering departments.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; report findings and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation including injury and illness records, training logs, and permits where required.
• Support prevention through design initiatives and processes.
• Support the rollout of new safety or environmental initiatives by helping distribute materials and track completion of training or compliance tasks.
• Deliver EHS training programs for new hires and existing employees (e.g., lockout/tagout, electrical, emergency response).
• Assist with ergonomics assessments and injury prevention initiatives.
• Assist in writing and updating EHS procedures, policies, and programming documents (e.g., Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Electrical Safety, etc.).
• Assist in writing of Job Hazard Analysis and site-specific safety plans.
• Maintain customer qualification portals and documentation requirements. (ISNetWorld, AVETTA, HighWire etc.)
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to customize programs to specific site or departmental needs.
• Support the facility’s ISO certification efforts, if applicable.
• Partner with cross functional teams to integrate safety into daily practices.
• Respond to internal and external EHS audits or inspections; help coordinate action plans for compliance.
• Track and report on key EHS metrics (e.g., incident rate, near misses, training completion).
• Translate regulatory and corporate requirements into clear, actionable written procedures and guides.

Experience and Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS management systems or platforms.

Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with OSHA 1910, 1926 and 1904 regulations, EPA regulations, and NFPA standards.

Minimum 5 years of experience in safety management, preferably in electrical or industrial field service.

Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or equivalent credential preferred.

Experience conducting field audits, training, and incident investigations.

Willingness to travel to customer sites as required30% travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Industrial Hygiene, Technical Writing, or a related field.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with performance incentives
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• 4 weeks PTO, 10 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays

Why You Will Love Working with Us

Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing mission-critical projects.

Innovation: Immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward-thinking and continuous improvement

Collaborative Spirit: Work closely with cross-functional leaders, service managers, and finance leadership to bring ideas to life

Career Growth: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering mentorship and room to advance your career.

At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees